Assistant Controller
Job in
Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, Florida, 33481, USA
Listed on 2026-10-18
Listing for:
Windward Risk
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-18
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Manager -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
• Corporate Office - Boca Raton, FL 33487## Overview Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Category Accounting ## Description** * * *
* * NO RECRUITERS PLEASE * * * * **
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* POSITION SUMMARY:
** The position will be managing and supporting day to day accounting activities including Accounts Payable, Commissions and Claims Billing functions, as well as managing the GL Accounting team with month end closing activities and producing company’s financial statements. Supporting the Finance Controller with financial reporting, audits, budgeting, cost allocation, and internal controls.
** This position offers a hybrid schedule of 4 days in office and 1 day remote following the initial training period. During training (up to 6 months), the position is fully in office 5 days per week**.
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* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
**** General Ledger and Financial Reporting
*** Lead month end closing and preparation of internal monthly financial statements and packages.
* Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and reports for month-end and or as needed basis.
* Work closely with Commissions team to develop, analysis, and reconcile reports and statements.
* Support Accounts Payable and Claims Billing functions as needed.
* Train and mentor junior staff.
* Assist with annual audit preparations.
* Assist with system reviews for process and reporting improvements.
* Perform other duties as required and as assigned.
** Budgeting & Financial Analysis
*** Lead the annual operating budget process in coordination with department heads, including guidance on budget assumptions, timelines, and documentation.
* Maintain detailed department level budgets within the financial system and supporting models.
* Prepare monthly budget to actual variance analyses, identifying key drivers and trends.
* Partner with department leaders to review variances, validate explanations, and support corrective action where needed.
* Ensure budgets align with approved organizational objectives and cost structures.
** Cost Allocation & Expense Management
*** Develop, document, and maintain cost allocation methodologies across departments, entities, and cost centers.
* Ensure cost allocations are applied consistently, accurately, and in accordance with internal policies.
* Collaborate with Accounting to reconcile allocated costs to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.
* Assesses allocation methodologies periodically to ensure continued appropriateness and transparency.## Qualifications
** REQUIRED
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
* More than five years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in publicly traded companies and multi company environment
* Experience in budgeting, cost analysis, and cost allocation
* Experience leading month close
* Strong understanding of month end close and adherence to meeting deadlines
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* PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
*** Ability to multi task and adapt to changing priorities
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail
* Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and financial models
* Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and expense structures
* Ability to clearly communicate financial concepts to non financial audiences
* Proven ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining financial discipline
* Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Due to current business and operational considerations, we currently hire employees residing in the following states at this time:
** AL, AR, CA, CT, FL, GA, KY, MO, NC, NV, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA**, and
** WI**.
** Work Authorization Requirement:**
* ** This role requires…
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